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===========================
Set up your barcode scanner
===========================
=====================
Barcode scanner setup
=====================
.. _barcode/setup/hardware:
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:align: center
:alt: An image of an example barcode scanner.
An image of an example barcode scanner.
Scanner types
=============
Before setting up a barcode scanner, it is important to determine which scanner type best meets the
needs of the business. There are three main types, each with their own benefits and use cases:
Before setting up a barcode scanner, it is important to determine which type of scanner best meets
the needs of the business. There are three main types of scanners that can be used with Odoo, each
with their own benefits and use cases:
- **USB scanners** are connected to a computer, and are suitable for businesses that scan products
at a fixed location, like at the checkout in a grocery store. Ensure the chosen USB scanner is
compatible with the keyboard layout of the computer.
- **Bluetooth scanners** pair with a smartphone or tablet, making them an ideal cost-effective and
- **USB scanners** are connected to a computer, and are suitable for businesses that scan products at
a fixed location, like at the checkout line in a grocery store.
- **Bluetooth scanners** pair with a smartphone or tablet, making them both a cost-effective and
portable barcode scanner option. In this scenario, Odoo is installed on the smartphone, allowing
warehouse operators to handle operations, and check stock directly through their mobile devices.
warehouse operators to handle operations, and check stock, directly through their mobile devices.
- **Mobile computer scanners** are mobile devices with a built-in barcode scanner.
- **Mobile computer scanners** are mobile devices with a built-in barcode scanner. First, ensure the
device can run the Odoo mobile app properly. Recent models that use Android OS with the Google
Chrome browser, or Windows OS with Microsoft Edge, should work. However, testing is crucial due to
the variety of available models and configurations.
.. important::
If using a USB scanner, ensure the scanner is compatible with the keyboard layout of the
computer.
If using a mobile computer scanner, ensure the device can run the Odoo mobile app properly.
Recent models that use Android OS with the Google Chrome browser, or Windows OS with Microsoft
Edge, should work. However, testing is crucial due to the variety of available models and
configurations.
.. seealso::
`Compatible hardware with Odoo Inventory <https://www.odoo.com/app/inventory-hardware>`_
`Odoo Inventory & Barcode • Compatible Hardware <https://www.odoo.com/app/inventory-hardware>`_
Configuration
=============
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desired language in the scanner's user manual.
.. figure:: hardware/keyboard-barcode.png
:align: center
:alt: Example of a user manual for keyboard layout.
Examples of keyboard language settings in the Zebra scanner user manual.
@ -68,20 +71,38 @@ Typically, on the scanner, a carriage return is included by default. Ensure it i
specific barcode in the user manual, like `CR suffix ON` or `Apply Enter for suffix`.
Zebra scanner
-------------
=============
When using Zebra scanners, ensure the following keystroke configurations are set to prevent errors.
Begin on the Zebra scanner's home screen, and select the :guilabel:`DataWedge` app (the icon for the
app is a light blue barcode). On the :guilabel:`DataWedge Profiles` page, select the profile option
to access the Zebra scanner's settings.
Begin on the Zebra scanner's home screen, and select the :guilabel:`DataWedge` app (the app is
represented by a :guilabel:`(light blue barcode)` icon).
Scroll down to the :guilabel:`Keyboard Output` option, and ensure the :guilabel:`Enable/disable
keystroke output` option is :guilabel:`Enabled`.
On the :guilabel:`DataWedge Profiles` page, select the profile option to access the Zebra scanner's
settings.
.. warning::
It is **not** suggested to use the "DWDemo" profile, as it does not work properly in every
circumstance.
Instead, it is recommended to create a new, personal profile. Once a new profile is created, add
the *Odoo Mobile* app and *Google Chrome* app in the :guilabel:`Associated Apps` on the scanner's
home screen.
Once the profile is selected, scroll down to the :guilabel:`Keyboard Output` option, and ensure the
:guilabel:`Enable/disable keystroke output` option is :guilabel:`Enabled`.
.. image:: hardware/enable-keystroke.png
:align: center
:alt: Show keystroke option in the Zebra scanner's DataWedge app.
Now, go back to the :guilabel:`Profile` options page, and select :guilabel:`Key event options`.
Here, ensure the :guilabel:`Send Characters as Events` option is checked.
Once that option is enabled, go back to the :guilabel:`Profile` options page, and go to the
:guilabel:`Keystroke output` section. Then, open the :guilabel:`Key event options` submenu. Under
:guilabel:`Characters`, ensure the :guilabel:`Send Characters as Events` option is checked.
.. important::
The :guilabel:`Send Characters as Events` option **must** be checked on the Zebra scanner, or
Odoo **cannot** recognize the barcodes that are scanned.
Once all those steps have been taken, perform a test scan to ensure the Zebra scanner is working
properly, as intended.